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Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Disclosures must be hard to miss and not mixed with a group of hashtags or links: Centre
Need ethical standards in advertising and importance of responsible advertising and consumer protection: Secretary Department of Consumer Affairs
Disclosures must be hard to miss and not mixed with a group of hashtags or links, said Shri Rohit Kumar Singh, Secretary, Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India while virtually delivering keynote address at the #GetItRight Brand Influencer Summit 2023 organized by the Advertising Standards Council of India  in Mumbai today. The summit focused on the importance of responsible advertising practices and consumer protection.
The Secretary added that for endorsements in pictures, disclosures should be superimposed over the image, and for endorsements in videos, disclosures should be made in both audio and video formats. In live streams, disclosures should be continuously displayed and prominently placed.
He emphasized on the duty of manufacturers, service providers, advertisers, and advertising agencies to ensure that their advertisements do not mislead consumers. The keynote address provided valuable insights into the importance of responsible advertising and consumer protection.
Sh. Singh highlighted the crucial role of striking a balance between supporting businesses and protecting consumer interests. He echoed the sentiment shared by Hon’ble Prime Minister Modi that both must go hand-in-hand.
He cited the Consumer Protection Act 2019 passed by the Indian Parliament, which provides protection against misleading advertisements. Sh. Singh differentiated between good and bad advertisements and stated that the government's intention is not to obstruct the growth of businesses but rather to ensure ethical standards are met.
With over 75 crore internet users in India, of which 50 crore are social media users, Sh. Singh noted the paradigm shift from traditional advertising to social media advertising and the importance of conducting it responsibly. He stressed the need for influencers and celebrities to disclose any material connections with advertisers that may affect the credibility of their representation.
Ministry of Finance
Advance Tax collections for the F.Y. 2021-22  stand at Rs. 4,59,917.10 crore as on 16.12.2021 which shows a growth of approximately 53.50%
Net Direct Tax collections for the F.Y. 2021-22 grown at robust pace at more than 60%
Refunds aggregating to Rs. 1,35,093.6 crore issued in the current fiscal
The figures of Direct Tax collections for the Financial Year 2021-22, as on 16.12.2021 show that net collections are at Rs. 9,45,276.6 crore compared to Rs. 5,87,702.9 crore over the corresponding period of the preceding financial year i.e FY 2020-21, representing an increase of 60.8%. The net collection  in FY 2021-22 has registered a growth of 40% over the corresponding period of FY 2019-20 when the net collection was Rs. 6,75,409.5 crore, and a growth of 40.93% over the corresponding period of FY 2018-19 when the net collection was Rs. 6,70,739.1 crore.
The Net Direct Tax collection of Rs. 9,45,276.6 crore  include Corporation Tax  at Rs. 5,15,870.5 crore  and Personal Income Tax  including Security Transaction Tax  at Rs. 4,29,406.1 crore .
The gross collection of Direct Taxes  for the F.Y. 2021-22  stands at Rs. 10,80,370.2 crore compared to Rs. 7,33,715.2 crore in the corresponding period of the preceding financial year. The gross collection for the F.Y. 2019-20 was Rs. 8,34,398 crore and that for F.Y. 2018-19 was Rs. 7,96,342 crore in the corresponding period.
The gross collection of Rs. 10,80,370.2 crore includes Corporation Tax  at Rs. 6,05,652.6 crore and Personal Income Tax  including Security Transaction Tax at Rs. 4,74,717.6 crore. Minor head wise collection  comprises Advance Tax of Rs. 4,59,917.1 crore, Tax Deducted at Source of Rs.4,93,171.7 crore, Self-Assessment Tax of Rs. 74,336.2 crore; Regular Assessment Tax of Rs. 44,028.7 crore; Dividend Distribution Tax of Rs. 6,525.9 crore and Tax under other minor heads of Rs. 2390.6 crore.
The cumulative Advance Tax collections for the first, second and third quarter of the F.Y. 2021-22 stand at Rs. 4,59,917.1 crore as on 16.12.21, against Advance Tax collections of Rs. 2,99,620.5 crore for the corresponding period of the immediately preceding Financial Year i.e 2020-21, showing a growth of 53.5%. Further, the cumulative Advance tax collection of Rs. 4,59,917.1 crore as on 16.12.2021  shows a growth of 44.21% over the corresponding period in FY 2019-20 when the advance tax collection was Rs 3,18,929.4 crore and a growth of 49.76 % over the corresponding period in FY 2018-19 when the advance tax collection was Rs 3,07,096.3 crore.
The Advance tax figure of Rs 4,59,917.1 crore as on 16.12.2021 comprises Corporation Tax  at Rs. 3,49,045.4 crore and Personal Income Tax  at Rs. 1,10,871.7 crore. This amount is expected to increase as further information is awaited from Banks.
Refunds amounting to Rs. 1,35,093.6 crore have also been issued in the F.Y. 2021-22 so far.
Prime Minister's Office
PM to lay Foundation Stone of AIIMS at Rajkot on 31 December
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will lay the Foundation Stone of AIIMS at Rajkot, Gujarat on 31st December 2020 at 11 AM via video conferencing. Governor of Gujarat, Chief Minister of Gujarat, Union Health Minister and Union MoS for Health will also be present on the occasion.
For the project, 201 acres of land has been allotted. It will be built at an estimated cost Rs. 1195 crores, and is expected to be completed by mid of 2022. The state-of-the-art 750 bed hospital will also have a 30 bed AAYUSH block. It will have 125 MBBS seats and 60 nursing seats.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
India’s Cumulative Vaccination Coverage exceeds 14.78 Crore
More than 25 Lakh doses administered in the last 24 hours
Over 2.60 Lakh Recoveries in the last 24 hours
Five States/UTs have not reported any COVID19 deaths in the last 24 hours
The cumulative number of COVID19 vaccine doses administered in the country has crossed 14.78 Cr today.
Cumulatively, 14,78,27,367 vaccine doses have been administered through 21,18,435 sessions, as per the provisional report till 7 am today. These include 93,47,775 HCWs who have taken the 1st dose and 61,06,237 HCWs who have taken the 2nd dose, 1,22,21,975 FLWs , 65,26,378 FLWs , 5,10,85,677 1st dose beneficiaries and 93,37,292 2nd dose beneficiaries more than 60 years old and 5,02,74,581  and 29,27,452  beneficiaries aged 45 to 60 years.
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HCWs
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FLWs
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Age Group 45 to 60 years
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Over 60 years
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Total
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1st Dose
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2nd Dose
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1st Dose
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2nd Dose
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1st Dose
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2nd Dose
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1st Dose
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2nd Dose
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93,47,775
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61,06,237
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1,22,21,975
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65,26,378
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5,02,74,581
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29,27,452
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5,10,85,677
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93,37,292
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14,78,27,367
Ten states account for 67.26% of the cumulative doses given so far in the country.
More than25 lakh vaccination doses were administered in the last 24 hours.
As on Day-102 of the vaccination drive , 25,56,182 vaccine doses were given. 15,69,000 beneficiaries were vaccinated across 22,989 sessions for 1st dose and 9,87,182 beneficiaries received 2nd dose of vaccine.
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Date: 27th April, 2021 
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HCWs
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FLWs
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45 to 60 years
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Over 60 years
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Total Achievement
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1stDose
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2ndDose
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1stDose
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2nd Dose
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1stDose
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2nd Dose
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|
1stDose
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|
2nd Dose
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|
1stDose
|
|
2ndDose
|
|
23,006
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|
45,519
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|
1,11,717
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1,00,386
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9,26,343
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2,35,076
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5,07,934
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6,06,201
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15,69,000
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9,87,182
India’s cumulative recoveries stand at 1,48,17,371 today. The National Recovery Rate is 82.33%.
2,61,162 recoveries were registered in the last 24 hours.
Ten states account for 79.01% of the new recoveries.
3,60,960 new cases were registered in the last 24 hours.
Ten States including Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Karnataka, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and Rajasthan report 73.59% of the new cases.
Maharashtra has reported the highest daily new cases at 66,358. It is followed by Uttar Pradesh with 32,921 while Kerala reported 32,819 new cases.
India’s total Active Caseload has reached 29,78,709. It now comprises 16.55% of the country's total Positive Cases. A net incline of 96,505 cases recorded from the total active caseload in the last 24 hours.
Nine statescumulatively account for 71.91% of India’s total Active Cases.
The National Mortality Rate has been falling and currently stands at 1.12%.
3,293 deaths were reported in the last 24 hours.
Ten States account for 78.53% of the new deaths. Maharashtra saw the maximum casualties . Delhi follows with 381 daily deaths.
Five States/UTs have not reported any COVID19 deaths in the last 24 hours. These are D&D & D&N,Lakshadweep, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradeshand A&N Islands.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Shri Ramdas Athawale visits the EKAM Fest
Divyang and artisans and entrepreneurs from 17 states displaying their skills and product at week long EKAM Fest
Shri Ramdas Athawale, Minister of State for Social Justice & Empowerment visited the week-long Exhibition-cum-Fair “EKAM Fest” organized by National Handicapped Finance Development Corporation  under M/o Social Justice & Empowerment at State Emporia Complex, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi-1 today. He visited the stalls of Divyang artisans and entrepreneurs who have come from all over the country to showcase their products ranging from handicraft, handloom, Embroidery work and dry fruits. Around 82 Divyang artisans and entrepreneurs coming from 17 States/ UTs are showcasing their products. They include 44 Men and 38 Women Divyang artisans and entrepreneurs. The Fest is open for public from 11 AM till 9.00 PM from 2nd March to 9th March, 2020.
The Ekam Fest stalls are displaying the broad products in many categories viz: Home Décor and Lifestyle; Textiles; Stationery and Eco Friendly products; Packed Food and Organic Products; Toys and Gifts; and Personal Accessory –Jewellary, Clutch Bags etc. Additional highlights of the event are astrological consultations and foot massage by Divyang professionals. Fest is also hosting a number of activities like cultural extravaganza including performances by Divyang artists and well known professionals as follow:
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Date
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02.03.2020
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Performance by Alpana Group and Avik Banarjee
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03.03.2020
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Punjabi Night
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04.03.2020
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Sufi Night
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05.03.2020
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Bollywood Night
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06.03.2020
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Karaoke Night
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07.03.2020
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Rock Night
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08.03.2020
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Colours of India: Phoolon Ki Holi
In the Ekam Fest, Divyang Entrepreneur and Artisans have been invited with representation from J&K to Puducherry and from Nagaland to Gujarat. The Fest presents vibrant products of from J&K and NE with products ranging from handicraft, handloom, Embroidery work and dry fruits.
The Ekam Fest was inaugurated on 2nd March to 9th March 2020 in the presence of Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment Shri Thaawarchand Gehlot, Union Minister for RT&H and MEME Shri Nitin Jairam Gadkari and Union Minister for Women and Child Development and Textiles Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani. Ministers of State for SJ&E Shri Krishan Pal Gurjar and Shri Rattan Lal Kataria were also present.
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Implementation of PMFBY
The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana  is a scheme involving several stakeholders including State Governments, financial institutions, insurance companies and farmers, both loanee and non-loanee. It also envisages adoption of technology for integration of all stakeholders on the National Crop Insurance Portal for scheme administration and in capturing crop loss assessment etc. Issues faced by stakeholders in adopting the new technology regimen, in following seasonality discipline alongwith the fact that claim settlement is primarily dependent on receipt of clear yield data from States as well as timely payment of their share of premium subsidy to insurance companies are some of the major challenges in implementing PMFBY.
The scheme provides for setting up of Technical Support Unit  with crop insurance expert to track and evaluate the scheme implementation. Initially, the Agriculture Insurance Company of India Ltd.  and subsequently the GIC Re were designated as TSU. Government has recently engaged a team from United Nations Development Programme  to set up Project Monitoring Unit /TSU.
Operational Guidelines of PMFBY also contain provisions for bidding/notification of PMFBY by States for three years so that insurance companies concerned may be able to create infrastructure and manpower in the clusters allocated to them. The Government is impressing upon the States at various platforms for bidding/notification for longer period. Many States are now floating bids for longer periods say one year or more and even upto three years.
There is a two pronged strategy for use of technology in PMFBY. Firstly, the scheme will be administered through National Crop Insurance Portal on which all stakeholders have been integrated to facilitate realtime information flow and service delivery through better coordination, transparency and auto-administration of the scheme. Secondly, for accurate assessment of yield loss, risk classification, rationalization of Crop Cutting Experiments etc. cutting edge technology VIZ. Remote sensing Imagery through satellites and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle , Smartphone/CCE Agri App are being deployed.
This Information was given by the Minister of State for Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Shri Parshottam Rupala
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
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COVID-19 Vaccination Update - Day 243
India’s Cumulative Vaccination Coverage crosses 76 Cr landmark milestone
More than 57 lakh Vaccine Doses administered today till 7 pm
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 76 Crore landmark milestone today. More than 57 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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1,03,65,571
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2nd Dose
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86,39,913
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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1,83,40,244
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2nd Dose
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1,41,99,628
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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30,87,70,934
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2nd Dose
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4,87,22,784
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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14,61,56,251
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2nd Dose
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6,49,46,700
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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9,44,61,804
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2nd Dose
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5,03,32,329
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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57,80,94,804
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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18,68,41,354
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Total
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76,49,36,158
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 15th September, 2021 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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499
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2nd Dose
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11,261
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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735
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2nd Dose
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40,029
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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24,04,868
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2nd Dose
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16,21,151
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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5,52,587
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2nd Dose
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5,51,272
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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2,64,813
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2nd Dose
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2,63,165
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1st Dose Administered in Total
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32,23,502
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2nd Dose Administered in Total
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24,86,878
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Total
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57,10,380
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Home Affairs
SHRI ABHAY TAKES CHARGE AS NEW DIRECTOR OF SVP NATIONAL POLICE ACADEMY
Shri Abhay, a 1986 batch IPS officer of Odisha cadre, has taken over as Director of Sardar Vallabhai Patel National Police Academy, today. Earlier, Shri Abhay, headed the Crime branch and special batch in Odisha. He also worked in the CBI, Bureau of Police Research and Development, CRPF and as Director General of Narcotics Control Bureau. During his seven year tenure in the CBI, he was the DIG of Bank Frauds and security cell in New Delhi.
Shri Abhay headed the Indian delegation for agency level talks with Myanmar, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Russia and Indonesia and represented India at the UN conference on Narcotic Drugs.
Shri Abhay is also the recipient of Indian Police medal for meritorious service and Presidents medal for distinguished service.
Addressing a press conference at the Police Academy, Shri Abhay said that about 350 IPS officers are being trained at the NPA at present. Strengthening investigation of cyber and economic crimes, would be his priority, Shri Abhay added.
Ministry of Finance
Auction for Sale  of ‘6.17% GS 2021’, Auction for Sale  of ‘7.27% GS 2026’, Auction for Sale  of ‘7.26% GS 2029’, Auction for Sale  of ‘7.62% GS 2039’, and Auction for Sale  of ‘7.63% GS 2059’.
Government of India has announced the Sale  of  ‘6.17 per cent Government Stock, 2021’ for a notified amount of Rs 3,000 crore  through price based auction,  ‘7.27 per cent Government Stock, 2026’ for a notified amount of Rs 3,000 crore  through price based auction, ‘7.26 per cent Government Stock, 2029’ for a notified amount of Rs 5,000 crore  through price based auction, ‘7.62 per cent Government Stock, 2039’ for a notified amount of Rs 2,000 crore  through price based auction,and  ‘7.63 per cent Government Stock, 2059’ for a notified amount of Rs 4,000 crore  through price based auction. Subject to the limit of Rs 17,000 crore, being total notified amount, GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to Rs 1,000 crore each against anyone or more of the above securities. The auctions will be conducted using multiple price method. The auctions will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai Office, Fort, Mumbai on September 06, 2019 .
Up to 5% of the notified amount of the sale of the stocks will be allotted to eligible individuals and Institutions as per the Scheme for Non-Competitive Bidding Facility in the Auction of Government Securities.
Both competitive and non-competitive bids for the auction should be submitted in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution  system on Sept. 06, 2019. The non-competitive bids should be submitted between 11.30 a.m. and 12.00 noon and the competitive bids should be submitted between 11.30 a.m. and 12.30 p.m.
The result of the auctions will be announced on September 06, 2019  and payment by successful bidders will be on September 09, 2019 .
The Stocks will be eligible for “When Issued” trading in accordance with the guidelines on ‘When Issued transactions in Central Government Securities’ issued by the Reserve Bank of India vide circular No. RBI/2018-19/25 dated July 24, 2018 as amended from time to time.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Battery Swapping Policy to play critical role in the growth of electric vehicles in the country
Battery Swapping as a concept is formulated to address all the challenges by promoting various technologies and business models which will ensure lower upfront costs, minimal downtime, and lower space requirements for charging the batteries. Hence, Battery Swapping Policy shall play a critical role in the growth of electric vehicles in the country.
Battery swapping policy aims to create a framework for greater interoperability while safeguarding the innovation potential for the EV battery ecosystem. Currently, BIS has formed a committee under ETD51 Committee of BIS to formulate the standards for form factor  of the battery, communication protocols, connectors and interoperability that shall ensure comprehensive interoperability amongst EVs. These standards are being formulated keeping in mind that they do not stifle innovation and rather enable effective, efficient, reliable, safe, and customer-friendly implementation of battery-swapping infrastructure.
The draft Battery Swapping Policy is pivoted around creating a framework for greater interoperability. Further, the Battery Swapping Policy also clearly delineates all aspects of accountability.
This information was given by the Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari in a written reply to the Lok Sabha.
Ministry of Culture
The 3rd bathing festival on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya passes off peacefully at Pryagraj Kumbh
The 3rd bathing festival on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya took place yesterday at Prayagraj Kumbh. The festival attracted massive crowds and the bathing continued till late mid night. The Second Shahi Snan  of Akharas also took place yesterday. First of all, the group of saints and seers of Mahanirvani and Atal Akhara of Sanyasis took the holy dip 'Shahi Snan'. It concluded with the royal bathing of Nirmal Akhara of Bairagi sect.
The festival passed off peacefully. Massive security arrangements were in place on procession route of Akharas and bathing ghats. Large number of security forces including 37 companies of central para military forces, 20 companies PAC, police forces from other states and teams of NSG,ATS,STF were deployed for safety of devotees on Mauni Amavasya. All sensitive places and bathing Ghats were manned by the security forces.
Several langars  were set up by local residents to offer food and refreshment to devotees on the way to Sangam.
The next bathing festival of Prayagraj Kumbh will be held on 10th of February i.e. on Basant Panchami. The last Shahi Snan  of Akharas will also be held on the occasion.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Cabinet approves setting up of a new AIIMS in Deoghar, Jharkhand
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved setting up of a new All India Institute of Medical Sciences  in Deoghar, Jharkhand. A provision of funds worth Rs. 1103 crore has been approved for the project and the said AIIMS will be set up under the Pradhan MantriSwasthya Suraksha Yojana .
Details:
The AIIMS at Deoghar will consist of:
- A hospital with a capacity of 750 beds, trauma center facilities
- A medical college with an in-take of 100 MBBS students per year
- A nursing college with an int-ake of 60 B.Sc. students per year, residential complexes and allied facilities / services, broadly on the pattern of AIIMS, New Delhi.
- 20 Speciality/Super Speciality Departments including 15 Operation Theatres.
- An Ayush Department with 30 beds for providing treatment facilities in the traditional system of medicine.
Impact:
The setting up of new AIIMS at Deoghar will serve the dual purpose of providing super speciality health care to the population while also helping to create a large pool of doctors and other health workers in this region to be available for primary and secondary-level institutions/facilities being created under the National Health Mission .
Background:
Under the PMSSY, AIIMS have been established in Bhubaneswar, Bhopal, Raipur, Jodhpur, Rishikesh and Patna. Work of AIIMS Rae Bareli , Nagpur , Kalyani  and Mangalagiri in Guntur  is in progress. Construction work has also been awarded for AIIMS, Gorakhpur .
Further, following AIIMS have also been sanctioned:
- Bathinda, Punjab in July 2016
- Guwahati , May 2017
- Bilaspur  in January 2018
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